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Medical Gastroenterology

Medical Gastroenterology

The Department of Medical Gastroenterology & Endoscopy at Mar Sleeva Medicity Palai is one of the most advanced centres for digestive disease management in Kottayam and Kerala. The department delivers specialised diagnosis and treatment for the full spectrum of conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, liver, pancreas and biliary system.

A team of experienced gastroenterologists and trained endoscopy technicians provide expert care for both chronic and acute gastrointestinal disorders, with a strong focus on early detection, advanced therapeutic endoscopy and minimally invasive interventions. The endoscopy unit comprises 2 dedicated endoscopy suites, 2 post procedure recovery suites and 2 examination suites, all equipped with ICU level monitoring, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and comfort.

The medical gastroenterology team works in close coordination with the departments of Surgical Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Liver Transplant and Interventional Radiology, ensuring integrated, multidisciplinary care under one roof.

Our Doctors

Dr. Ramesh M
Dr. Ramesh M

Senior Consultant and Head - Medical Gastroenterology

Dr. Prijith Abraham Thomas
Dr. Prijith Abraham Thomas

Senior Consultant- Medical Gastroenterology

Dr. Philip Daniel
Dr. Philip Daniel

Consultant- Medical Gastroenterology

Dr Rijo Sabu
Dr Rijo Sabu

Associate Consultant – Medical Gastroenterology

Doctors vector

Treatments & Procedures

Most advanced gastroenterology centre in Kottayam, delivering expert diagnosis and treatment across the full spectrum of digestive, liver, pancreatic and biliary conditions.

Endoscopic Services

  • Upper GI Endoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound Guided Fine Needle Aspiration (EUS FNA)
  • Endoscopic Polypectomy
  • Endoscopic Management of Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Endoscopic Variceal Ligation (EVL)
  • Esophageal and Gastrointestinal Stricture Dilatation
  • Endoscopic Stent Placement
  • PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy) Tube Placement
  • Foreign Body Removal
  • Therapeutic Endoscopy Procedure
  • Third Scope Endoscopy

Diagnostic Facilities

  • High definition endoscopy systems
  • Capsule endoscopy for small bowel evaluation
  • GI motility studies
  • Esophageal manometry studies
  • 24 hour pH and impedance monitoring for reflux disease
  • Endoscopic ultrasound guided diagnostics
  • Advanced imaging support (CT / MRI / Ultrasound)
  • Breath Test

Interventional Radiology

  • TIPS (Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt)
  • Tumour ablation (RFA / Microwave Ablation)
  • Biliary drainage procedures
  • Portal vein interventions
  • Embolization for gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Image guided biopsies

Patient Testimonials

Every diagnosis tells a story of hope. At one of the most advanced gastroenterology centres in Kottayam, our greatest measure of success is not the procedures we perform. It is the comfort we restore and the healthy, worry free lives we give back to our patients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about treatment at the best gastroenterology hospital in Kerala? The answers can be found here.

The department manages the full spectrum of gastrointestinal, hepatic, pancreatic and biliary conditions. This includes acid reflux disease, peptic ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), irritable bowel syndrome, liver diseases, pancreatitis, gastrointestinal bleeding, gastrointestinal cancers and all conditions requiring diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopy.

Capsule endoscopy involves swallowing a small, vitamin sized capsule containing a tiny camera. As it passes through the digestive tract, it captures thousands of images of the small bowel, an area that is difficult to reach with conventional endoscopy. It is used to evaluate conditions such as obscure gastrointestinal bleeding, Crohn’s disease and small bowel tumours.

Most endoscopic procedures are performed under conscious sedation or short general anaesthesia, so patients typically experience minimal discomfort. The gastroenterology team at Mar Sleeva Medicity Palai ensures patient comfort and safety with ICU level monitoring during and after the procedure.

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